## [Beware of “Verified Contact List” Scam: What Businesses Need to Know](https://www.cdmrev.com/blog2/beware-of-verified-contact-list-scam-what-businesses-need-to-know)

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## At Concept Digital Media, we’re committed to helping businesses not only grow, but stay protected.

Recently, a new wave of phishing scams has been targeting organizations with offers that may look legitimate at first glance but are anything but.

One of the most common tactics? Selling so-called “verified” contact databases.

Let’s break down what’s happening, why it’s dangerous, and how you can protect yourself.

**The Scam: Fake “Verified” Databases**

You may receive an unsolicited email offering access to a large database of contacts, often tied to a trusted organization like a Chamber of Commerce. These emails typically claim to include thousands of “verified” contacts for a price that seems like a bargain.

For example, a recent phishing attempt targeted members of the Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce. The email claimed to sell a mailing list of over 6,185 verified members for $849.

Let’s be clear:

**This is a scam.**

Legitimate organizations, especially Chambers of Commerce, **do not sell, rent, or distribute their member lists** in this way.

These scams are designed to:

- Steal your money
- Harvest your data
- Confirm your email is active for future attacks

**Why This Tactic Works**

Scammers rely on a mix of urgency, credibility, and temptation:

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